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I want to learn a trade

Good jobs, wages and careers are available to people with the right training and education. Apprenticeship is a method of training in which employers train workers to become skilled trades people through on-the-job training and classroom instruction. Apprenticeship training programs are available for many skilled trades in Nova Scotia.

Apprenticeship programs

The following links provide more information about apprenticeship programs and the more than 100 skilled jobs you can train for through apprenticeship training.

The Red Seal Program

The Red Seal Program allows qualified trades persons to practice their trade in any Canadian province or territory where the trade is designated. Nova Scotia does not participate in all the Red Seal trades.

  • The Red Seal Program Local labour market information and products for Nova Scotia including occupational profiles, industry profiles, wage books, skills in demand, etc.
  • Red Seal Trades

How to Become an Apprentice

  • Contact the Division If you want to become an apprentice, you must first find an employer who wants to hire an apprentice. Then you or the employer must contact Apprenticeship Training.
  • Designated Trades in Nova Scotia If you are a high school student, and are interested in becoming an apprentice, you can find out more information on selecting a trade or skill.

Finding the Right Career

Career planning information specifically for Nova Scotians. Learn about various career choices, how changes in the Nova Scotia labour market may affect your career choices, and where to get the skills and training you need.

  • Career Options Career planning information specifically for Nova Scotians. Learn about various career choices, how changes in the Nova Scotia labour market may affect your career choices, and where to get the skills and training you need.

  • Career options supports people in finding meaningful employment or seeking information on labour market dynamics across the province.

Financial Assistance

New apprentices can access funds that will help them offset the initial cost of the tools and equipment they need during the early years of their training.

Trade Certification

To be employed in certain skilled trades, you must have a Certificate of Qualification. This certificate states that you have passed the provincial qualification exam that assesses your knowledge of the skilled trade.